Written by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, the duo behind children's favourites The Gruffalo and Room On The Broom, Stick Man has been adapted for the stage after the success of the animation broadcast on Christmas Day 2016. Cast member Euan Wilson tells us what to expect when the show comes to Nottingham

Tell us about Stick Man

It's the story of Stick Man who is trying to find his way home and everyone he meets on the way. It’s a brilliant adventure that sees him meet numerous exciting characters and travel to equally exciting places.

What do you hope the audience will take away from the production?

A wonderful story of adventure – as well as having the songs stuck in your head.

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I absolutely loved how bursting with fun and energy the script is - it’s never slow and has bundles of excitement around every corner. The script works brilliantly for only three performers on stage.

Have you found it hard bringing a character to life from the book?

So far, I’m actually finding it really easy. The multiple characters I play are really different but all full of life and energy and a joy to play. As well as that my character plays a lot of music on stage and the music is brilliant and really fun to play.

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After deciding that being an astronaut wasn’t for me, I always wanted to do something creative. I loved music from a very early age and then got involved with drama at my school and the local amateur theatre company. From there I joined the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain and after leaving sixth form studied actor musicianship at Rose Bruford.

What was your favourite book growing up?

Harry Potter and the Young Bond series.

What would you say to encourage people to buy a ticket?

You absolutely don’t want to miss this show. There’s more fun, music and puppetry than you can shake a stick at.

Any advice for budding actors?

Go and see as much theatre as you can. Find out where you can get the cheapest tickets from and go see whatever you can. It really is a 'learn by watching' kind of art and the more you see the more you’ll realise what kinds of theatre you love. I would also strongly suggest auditioning for the National Youth Theatre, it’s a great introduction into the world of acting and you’ll have the time of your life.

Stick Man is at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham on Tuesday, October 10 at 1.30pm and 4.30pm, then Wednesday October 11 at 10.30pm and 1.30pm. Tickets are £11 to £13 from the box office, 0115 989 5555 or trch.co.uk

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